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401 Quinn, F.; Baxter, D.; Hughes, C.
Reflexology in the treatment of low back pain
A pilot RCT
FACT, 2005, 10(suppl. 1), 44 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Randomized trial, Reflex therapy, Back pain (non-specific)
402 Ritenbaugh, C.; Mist, S.; Hammerschlag, R.
Traditional Chinese medicine for temporomandibular dysfunction
A phase II whole system RCT
FACT, 2005, 10(suppl. 1), 45-46 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Jawbone, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Tempromandibular joint disorder, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Dental diseases
403 Dziedzic, K.; Hill, J.; Lewis, M.; Sim, J.; Daniels, J.; Hay, E.H.
Effectiveness of manual therapy or pulsed shortwave diathermy in addition to advice and exercise for neck disorders
A pragmatic randomized controlled trial in physical therapy clinics
Arthritis Rheum, 2005, 53, 214-222
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Short-wave therapy, Lifestyle modification, Manual therapy, Mind-body medicine, Neck pain, Physical therapy, Randomized trial
404 Shin, B.C.; Lee, M.S.; Lee, H.S.
Efficacy of acupuncture and manual therapy combination on temporomandibular joint dysfunktion
A pilot study
FACT, 2005, 10(suppl. 1), 49 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Jawbone, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Tempromandibular joint disorder, Manual therapy, Traditional Chinese medicine, Dental diseases
405 Kominski, G.F.; Heslin, K.C.; Morgenstern, H.; Hurwitz, E.L.; Harber, P.I.
Economic evaluation of four treatments for low back pain
Results from a randomized controlled trial
Med Care, 2005, 43, 428-435
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Connective tissue massage, Chiropractic, Electrotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Cryotherapy, Lifestyle modification, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Mind-body medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Thermotherapy, Therapeutic ultrasound
406 Uehleke, B.; Boldt, F.; Woehling, H.; Ortiz, M.; Stange, R.
Randomised placebo-controlled clinical study (phase IV) on muscle-relaxing and muscle pain-relieving effects of a mixture of etherial oils (Dolo-cyl Öl)
FACT, 2005, 10(suppl. 1), 50-51 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Oil, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain
407 Assefi, N.P.; Sherman, K.J.; Jacobson, C.; Goldberg, J.; Smith, W.R.; Buchwald, D.
A randomized clinical trial of acupuncture compared with sham acupuncture in fibromyalgia
Ann Intern Med, 2005, 143, 10-19
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
408 Witt, C.; Selim, D.; Reinhold, T.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Liecker, B.; Willich, S.N.
Cost-effectiveness of acupuncture in patients with headache, low back pain and ostheoarthritis of the hip and the knee
FACT, 2005, 10(suppl. 1), 57-58 (Abstract; Symposiumsbeitrag)
Acupuncture, Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Headache, Nervous system, Economy, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
409 Cimbiz, A.; Bayazit, V.; Hallaceli, H.; Cavlak, U.
The effect of combined therapy (spa and physical therapy) on pain in various chronic diseases.
Complement Ther Med, 2005, 13(4), 244-250
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electrotherapy, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Spa, Manual therapy, Massage, Nervous system, Physical therapy, Retrospective design, Rheumatic diseases, Pain
410 Baerheim, A.; Oren, J. N.; Bjorvatn, B.; Hunskaar, S.
Tx-discs-no effect against subjective health complaints: a randomised controlled study.
Complement Ther Med, 2005, 13(4), 239-243
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Bioenergetics, Earth radiation, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific)
411 Kaptchuk, T.J.; Stason, W.B.; Davis, R.B.; Legedza, A.T.R.; Schnyer, R.N.; Kerr, C.E.; Stone, D.A.; Nam, B.H.; Kirsch, I.; Goldman, R.H.
Sham device vs inert pill
Randomised controlled trial of two placebo treatments
BMJ, 2006, (1-7) (Internet)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
412 Zullino, D.F.; Krenz, S.; Fresard, E.; Cancela, E.; Khazaal, Y.
Local back massage with an automated massage chair
General muscle and psychophysiologic relaxing properties
J Altern Complement Med, 2005, 11(6), 1103-1106
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Relaxation, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Mind-body medicine, Muscles, Randomized trial
413 Brooks, C.P.; Woodruff, L.D.; Wright, L.L.; Donatelli, R.
The immediate effects of manual massage on power-grip performance after maximal exercise in healthy adults
J Altern Complement Med, 2005, 11(6), 1093-1101
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Randomized trial
414 Clegg, D.O.; Reda, D.J.; Harris, C.L.; Klein, M.A.; O'Dell, J.R.; Hooper, M.M.; Bradley, J.D.; Bingham, C.O.; Weisman, M.H.; Jackson, C.G.; Lane, N.E.; Cush, J.J.; Moreland, L.W.; Schumacher, H.R.; Oddis, C.V.; Wolfe, F.; Molitor, J.A.; Yocum, D.E.; Schnitzer, T.J.; Furst, D.E.; Sawitzke, A.D.; Shi, H.; Brandt, K.D.; Moskowitz, R.W.; Williams, H.J.
Glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and the two in combination for painful knee osteoarthritis
N Engl J Med, 2006, 354(8), 795-808
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chondroitin, Nutrition/diet, Glucosamin, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Dietary supplementation, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
415 Hsieh, L.L.-C.; Kuo, C.-H.; Lee, L.H.; Yen, A.M.-F.; Chien, K.-L.; Chen, T.H.-H.
Treatment of low back pain by acupressure and physical therpy
Randomised controlled trial
BMJ, 2006, 1-5 (Internet)
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Manual therapy, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
416 Yip, Y.B.; Tse, S.H.-M.
An experimental study on the effectiveness of acupressure with aromatic lavender essential oil for sub-acute, non-specific neck pain in Hong Kong
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2006, 12, 18-26
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lavendula, Lavendula angustifolia, Neck pain, Oil, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
417 Blossfeldt, P.
Acupuncture for chronic neck pain - a cohort study in an NHS pain clinic
Acupunct Med, 2004, 22(3), 146-151
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
418 Johansson, K.M.; Adolfsson, L.E.; Foldevi, M.O.M.
Effects of acupuncture versus ultrasound in patients with impingement syndrome
Randomised clinical trial
Phys Ther, 2005, 85(6), 490-501
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Joints, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Therapeutic ultrasound
419 Miller, M.J.S.; Mehta, K.; Kunte, S.; Raut, V.; Gala, J.; Dhumale, R.; Shukla, A.; Tupalli, H.; Parikh, H.; Bobrowski, P.; Chaudhary, J.
Early relief of osteoarthritis symptoms with a natural mineral supplement and a herbomineral combination
A randomized controlled trial [ISRCTN38432711]
J Inflamm, 2005, 2, 11
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Minerals, Dietary supplementation, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Uncaria, Uncaria guianensis
420 Ceccherelli, F.; Tortora, P.; Nassimbeni, C.; Casale, R.; Gagliardi, G.; Giron, G.
The therapeutic efficacy of somatic acupuncture is not increased by auriculotherapy: A randomised, blind control study in cervical myofascial pain.
Complement Ther Med, 2006, 14(1), 47-52
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
421 Prokhorov, E. F.; Prokhorova, T. E.; Gonzalez-Hernandez, J.; Kovalenko, Y. A.; Llamas, F.; Moctezuma, S.; Romero, H.
In vivo dc and ac measurements at acupuncture points in healthy and unhealthy people.
Complement Ther Med, 2006, 14(1), 31-38
Acupuncture, Allergies, Arthritis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Diagnostics, EAV, Healthy probands, Immune system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine
422 Young, M. A.; Cook, J. L.; Webster, K. E.
The effect of topical wheatgrass cream on chronic plantar fasciitis
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
Complement Ther Med, 2006, 14(1), 3-9
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Inflammation, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Triticum sativum, Triticum
423 Singh, B.B.; Wu, W.-S.; Hwang, S.H.; Khorsan, R.; Der-Martirosian, C.; Vinjamury, S.P.; Wang, C.-N.; Lin, S.Y.
Effectiveness of acupuncture in the treatment of fibromyalgia
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(2), 34-41
Acupuncture, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine
424 Taylor-Piliae, R.E.; Haskell, W.L.; Stotts, N.A.; Sivarajan Froelicher, E.
Improvement in balance, strength, and flexibility after 12 weeks of Tai Chi exercise in ethnic chinese adults with cardiovascular disease risk factors
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(2), 50-58
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Prevention, Taiji, Traditional Chinese medicine
425 Menzies, V.; Taylor, A.G.; Bourguignon, C.
Effects of guided imagery on outcomes of pain, functional status, and self-efficacy in persons diagnosed with fibromyalgia
J Altern Complement Med, 2006, 12(1), 23-30
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Imagery, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial
426 Brinkhaus, B.; Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Linde, K.; Streng, A.; Wagenpfeil, S.; Irnich, D.; Walther, H.-U.; Melchart, D.; Willich, S.N.
Acupuncture in patients with chronic low back pain
Arch Intern Med, 2006, 166, 450-457
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
427 Eisenberg, D.M.; Post, D.E.; Davis, R.B.; Connelly, M.T.; Legedza, M.T.; Hrbek, A.L.; Prosser, L.A.; Buring, J.E.; Inui, .; Cherkin, D.C.
Addition of choice of complementary therapies to usual care for acute low back pain
A randomized controlled trial
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 46 (Abstract)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Economy, Randomized trial, Cost-effectiveness
428 Eisenberg, D.M.; Post, D.E.; Hrbek, A.L.; Connelly, M.T.; Levy, D.; O'Connor, B.; Cunningham, M.; Davis, R.B.; Cohen, M.H.; Cherkin, D.C.; Buring, J.E.
Testing a model of integrative care in an academic health center
Results of a pilot study
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 47 (Abstract)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Randomized trial
429 Jacobs, B.; Avins, A.; Epel, E.; Acree, M.; Maurer, S.; Goldberg, H.; Miaskowski, C.
Iyengar yoga for the treatment of chronic low back pain
A randomized controlled pilot study
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 52 (Abstract)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial, Yoga
430 Kaptchuk, T.J.; Stason, W.B.; Davis, R.D.; Legedza, A.T.R.; Schnyer, R.N.; Kerr, C.E.; Stone, D.A.; Nam, B.Y.; Kirsch, I.; Goldmann, R.H.
Sham device vs inert pill
A RCT comparison of two placebo treatments for arm pain due to repetitive use
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 53-54 (Abstract)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
431 Litt, M.D.; Kreutzer, D.; Shafer, D.
Alterations of inflammatory cytokines in temporomandibular dysfunction as a function of cognitive-behavioral treatment
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 57-58 (Abstract)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Jawbone, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Tempromandibular joint disorder, Psychology/psychotherapy, Randomized trial, Behavioural therapy, Dental diseases
432 Perlman, A.; Mojica, E.; Williams, A.-L.; Njike, V.; Katz, D.L.
Massage therapy for osteoarthritis of the knee
Results of randomized controlled trial
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 60-61 (Abstract)
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Randomized trial
433 Sherman, K.J.; Cherkin, D.C.; Hawkes, R.J.; Miglioretti, D.L.; Deyo, R.A.
Randomized trial of therapeutic massage vs self-care book for chronic neck pain
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 63 (Abstract)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Manual therapy, Massage, Mind-body medicine, Neck pain, Lifestyle therapy, Randomized trial
434 Witt, C.; Reinhold, T.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Liecker, B.; Willich, S.N.
Effectiveness and costs of acupuncture in patients with osteoarthritis
The acupuncture in routine care study (ARC)
Altern Ther Health Med, 2006, 12(3), 66-67 (Abstract)
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Economy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
435 Barker, R.; Kober, A.; Hoerauf, K.; Latzke, D.; Adel, S.; Kain, Z.N.; Wang, S.M.
Out of hospital auricular acupressure in elder patients with hip fracture
A randomized double-blinded trial
Acad Emerg Med, 2006, 13, 19-23
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Bones, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
436 Uehleke, B.; Boldt, F.; Wöhling, H.
Randomized placebo-controlled clinical study (Phase IV) of Dolo-cyl oil on muscle pain and muscle tension in sportive volunteers after standardized physical training in hemi-lateral comparison
Phys Med Rehab Kuror, 2005, 15, 355-358
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Healthy probands, Hypericum, St John's wort, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lavendula, Lavendula angustifolia, Muscle soreness, Oil, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, rosemary
437 Sherman, K.J.; Cherkin, D.C.; Erro, J.; Miglioretti, D.L.; Deyo, R.A.
Comparing yoga, exercise, and self-care book for chronic low back pain
A randomized, controlled trial
Ann Intern Med, 2005, 143, 849-856
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Meditation, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial, Yoga
438 Linde, K.; Weidenhammer, W.; Streng, A.
Acupuncture for osteoarthritic pain
An observational study in routine care
Rheumatol, 2006, 45, 222-227
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine
439 Scharf, H.-P.; Mansmann, U.; Streitberger, K.; Witte, S.; Krämer, J.; Maier, C.; Trampisch, H.-J.; Victor, N.
Acupuncture and knee osteoarthritis
A three-armed randomized trial
Ann Intern Med, 2006, 145(1), 12-20 (+ appendix: W1-W11)
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
440 Nozaki, K.; Hikiami, H.; Goto, H.; Nakagawa, T.; Shibahara, N.; Shimada, Y.
Keishibukuryogan (Gui-Zhi-Fu-Ling-Wan), a Kampo formula, decreases disease activity and soluble vascular adhesion molecule-1 in patients with rheumatoid arthritis
eCAM, 2006, 3(3), 359-364 (Internet)
Arteriosclerosis, Arthritis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Cinnamomum, Cinnamomum cassia, Cardiovascular diseases, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Keishi-bukuryo-gan, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Paeonia, Paeonia lactiflora, Paeonia suffruticosa, Poria, Poria cocos, Prunus, peach, Traditional Japanese medicine
441 Wegener, T.; Stange, C.F.
Behandlung der Gon- und Coxarthrose mit einem wässrigen Extrakt der Teufelskrallenwurzel (Harpagophytum procumbens DC)
Eine Therapiestudie in niedergelassenen Arztpraxen
MMW Fortschr Med, 2005, 147(4), 169-175
Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Harpagophytum, Harpagophytum procumbens, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine
442 Raschka, C.; Trostel, Y.
Effekt einer homöopathischen Arnikapräparation (D4) auf Muskelkater
Plazebokontrollierte Crossover-Studie
MMW Fortschr Med, 2006, 148(2), 93-95
Arnica, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Healthy probands, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscle soreness, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Sports medicine
443 Blake, D.R.; Robson, P.; Ho, M.; Jubb, R.W.; McCabe, C.S.
Preliminary assessment of the efficacy, tolerability and saftey of a cannabis-based medicine (Sativex) in the treatment of pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatol, 2006, 45, 50-52
Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Cannabis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain
444 Itoh, K.; Katsumi, Y.; Hirota, S.; Kitakoji, H.
Effects of trigger point acupuncuture on chronic low back pain in elderly patients
A sham-controlled randomised trial
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24, 5-12
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
445 Ratcliffe, J.; Thomas, K.J.; MacPherson, H.; Brazier, J.
A randomised controlled trial of acupuncture care for persistent low back pain: cost effectiveness analysis
BMJ, 2006, 333, (1-5) (Internet (Advance Access))
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Economy, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
446 Cambron, J.A.; Gudavalli, M.R.; Hedeker, D.; McGregor, M.; Jedlicka, J.; Keenum, M.; Ghanayem, A.J.; Patwardhan, A.G.; Furner, S.E.
One-year follow-up of a randomized clinical trial comparing flexion distraction with an exercise program for chronic low-back pain
J Altern Complement Med, 2006, 12(7), 659-668
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Physical therapy, Randomized trial
447 Brinkhaus, B.; Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Linde, K.; Streng, A.; Irnich, D.; Hummelsberger, J.; Hammes, M.; Pach, D.; Melchart, D.; Willich, S.N.
Interventions and physician characteristics in a randomized multicenter trial of acupuncture in patients with low-back pain
J Altern Complement Med, 2006, 12(7), 649-657
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
448 Vas, J.; Parea-Milla, E.; Mendez, C.; Silva, L.C.; Herrera Gallante, A.; Aranda Regules, J.M.; Martinez Barquin, D.M.; Aguilar, I.; Faus, V.
Efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the treatment of non-specific acute low back pain
A randomised controlled multicentre trial protocol [ISRCTN658 I 4467]
BMC Complement Altern Med, 2006, 6(4), 1-13
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
449 Staiger, C.
Beinwellwurzelextrakt - so wirksam wie Diclofenac
Ergebnisse einer multizentrischen Studie bei Sprunggelenksdistorsionen
Z Phytother, 2006, 27(Kongressband), S15
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Symphytum, Sprain
450 Widrig, R.; Suter, A.; Saller, R.; Melzer, J.
Arnika-Gel versus Ibuprofen-Gel zur topischen Behandlung der Osteoarthritis der Hand
Z Phytother, 2006, 27(Kongressband), S16
Arnica, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial
451 Teitelbaum, J.E.; Johnson, C.; Cyr, J.S.
The use of d-ribose in chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia
A pilot study
J Altern Complement Med, 2006, 12(9), 857-862
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Nutrition/diet, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Dietary supplementation, Mental diseases
452 Chen, K.W.; Hassett, A.L.; Hou, F.; Staller, J.; Lichtbroun, A.S.
A pilot study of external Qigong therapy for patients with fibromyalgia
J Altern Complement Med, 2006, 12(9), 851-856
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Qi Gong, Traditional Chinese medicine
453 Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Liecker, B.; Wegscheider, K.; Willich, S.N.
Acupuncture in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee or hip
A randomized, controlled trial with an additional nonrandomized arm
Arthritis Rheum, 2006, 54(11), 3485-3493
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Hip arthrosis, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
454 Bloss, I.
Wirksamkeit eines homöopathisierten Knorpelpräparates bei der Gonarthrose
Eine randomisierte, placebokontrollierte Phase II-Studie
2006, 1-82 (Dissertation)
Arthrosis, Articulatio genus G1, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nosoden, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
455 Reichelt, A.; Förster, K.K.; Fischer, M.; Rovati, L.C.; Setnikar, I.
Efficacy and safety of intramuscular glucosamine sulfate in osteoarthritis of the knee
A randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind study
Arzneim Forsch, 1994, 44(1), 75-80
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Nutrition/diet, Glucosamin, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
456 Lüdtke, R.; Albrecht, U.; Stange, R.; Uehleke, B.
Brachialgia paraesthetica nocturna can be relieved by "wet cupping"
Results of a randomised pilot study
Complement Ther Med, 2006, 14(4), 247-253
Purgative therapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Brachialgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Cupping
457 Brinkhaus, B.; Wilkens, J.M.; Lüdtke, R.; Hunger, J.; Witt, C.M.; Willich, S. N.
Homeopathic arnica therapy in patients receiving knee surgery
Results of three randomised double-blind trials
Complement Ther Med, 2006, 14(4), 237-246
Arnica, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Surgery, Joints, Homeopathy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Review (CR)
458 Salter, G.C.; Roman, M.; Bland, J.M.; MacPherson, H.
Acupuncture for chronic neck pain
A pilot for a randomised controlled trial
BMC Musculoskel Disord, 2006, 7, (1-17 + Anh.)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
459 Kucera, M.; Barna, M.; Horácek, O.; Kováriková, J.; Kucera, A.
Efficacy and safety of topically applied Symphytum herb extract cream in the treatment of ankle distortion
Results of a randomized controlled clinical double blind study
Wien Med Wochenschr, 2004, 154(21-22), 498-507
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Symphytum, Sprain
460 Aigner, N.; Fialka, C.; Radda, C.; Vecsei, V.
Adjuvant laser acupuncture in the treatment of whiplash injuries
A prospective, randomized placebo-controlled trial
Wien Klin Wochenschr, 2006, 118, 95-99
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Laserneedle acupuncture, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Whiplash-associated disorders, Traditional Chinese medicine
461 Witt, C.M.; Brinkhaus, B.; Willich, S.N.
Akupunktur
Klinische Studien zur Wirksamkeit bei Patienten mit chronischen Schmerzen
Bundesgesundheitsblatt Gesundheitsforschung Gesundheitsschutz, 2006, 49, 736-742
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Headache, Low back pain, Nervous system, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Review (CR), Chronic pain
462 Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Liecker, B.; Wegscheider, K.; Willich, S.N.
Acupuncture for patients with chronic neck pain
Pain, 2006, 125(1-2), 98-106
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
463 Witt, C.M.; Jena, S.; Selim, D.; Brinkhaus, B.; Reinhold, T.; Wruck, K.; Liecker, B.; Linde, K.; Wegscheider, K.; Willich, S.N.
Pragmatic randomized trial evaluating the clinical and economic effectiveness of acupuncture for chronic low back pain
Am J Epidemiol, 2006, 164, 487-496
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Economy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
464 Grube, B.; Grunwald, J.; Krug, L.; Staiger, C.
Efficacy of a comfrey root (Symphyti offic. radix) extract ointment in the treatment of patients with painful osteoarthritis of the knee
Results of a double-blind, randomised, bicenter, placebo-controlled trial
Phytomed, 2007, 14(1), 2-10
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Symphytum
465 Dalais, F.S.; Ebeling, P.R.; Kotsopoulos, D.; McGrath, B.P.; Teede, H.J.
The effects of soy protein containing isoflavones on lipids and indices of bone resorption in postmenopausal women
Clin Endocrinol, 2003, 58, 704-709
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Nutrition/diet, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menopause, Osteoporosis, Phaseolus, Phaseolus max, Physiology, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
466 Chen, Y.M.; Ho, S.C.; Lam, S.S.; Ho, S.S.; Woo, J.L.
Beneficial effect of soy isoflavones on bone mineral content was modified by years since menopause, body weight, and calcium intake
A double-blind, randomized, controlled trial
Menopause, 2004, 11(3), 246-254
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Calcium, Nutrition/diet, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Bones, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menopause, Minerals, Osteoporosis, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial
467 Yamashita, H.; Masuyama, S.; Otsuki, K.; Tsukayama, H.
Safety of acupuncture for osteoarthritis of the knee
A review of randomised controlled trials, focusing on specific reactions to acupuncture
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S49-S52
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Review (CR)
468 Manheimer, E.; Lim, B.; Lao, L.; Berman, B.
Acupuncture for knee osteoarthritis
A randomised trial using a novel sham
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S7-S14
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lifestyle modification, Mind-body medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
469 Vas, J.; Mendez, C.; Perea-Milla, E.
Acupuncture vs Streitberger needle in knee osteoarthritis
An RCT
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S15-S24
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
470 Witt, C.M.; Brinkhaus, B.; Reinhold, T.; Willich, S.N.
Efficacy, effectiveness, safety and costs of acupuncture for chronic pain
Results of a large research initiative
Acupunct Med, 2006, 24 (Suppl.), S33-S39
Acupuncture, Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Headache, Low back pain, Neck pain, Nervous system, Economy, Randomized trial, Pain, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness
471 Trentham, D.E.; Dynesius-Trentham, R.A.; Orav, E.J.; Combitchi,D.; Lorenzo, C.; Sewell, K.L.; Hafler, D.A.; Weiner, H.L.
Effects of oral administration of type II collagen on rheumatoid arthritis
Science, 1993, 261, 1727-1730
Arthritis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Immunomodulation, Immune system, Immunotherapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Rheumatic diseases
472 Bäcker, M.; Michalsen, A.; Lüdtke, R.; Cesur, O.; Afra, D.; Rampp, T.; Fink, M.; Bachmann, J.; Dobos, G.J.
Treatment of lateral epicondylitis by leeches
A randomised controlled trial
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 4-5 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Purgative therapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Leech therapy, Epicondylitis, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial
473 Yip, Y.B.; Tse, H.-M.S.; Wu, K.K.
An experimental study comparing the effects of combined transcutaneous acupoint electrical stimulation and electromagnetic millimeter waves for spinal pain in Hong Kong
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2007, 13, 4-14
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
474 Suen, L.K.P.; Wong, T.K.S.; Chung, J.W.Y.; Yip, V.Y.B.
Auriculotherapy on low back pain in the elderly
Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2007, 13, 63-69
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Ear acupuncture, Randomized trial, Back pain (non-specific), Traditional Chinese medicine
475 Chrubasik, S.; Chrubasik, C.; Wiesner, L.; Conradt, C.
Effectiveness and safety of a rose hip and seed powder in the treatment of low back pain
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 11 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Phytomedicine, Rosa, Rosa canina
476 Chrubasik, C.; Künzel, O.; Conradt, C.; Black, A.; Chrubasik, S.
A 1-year survey with aqueous Harpagophytum extract in patients suffering from chronic low back, knee or hip pain
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 11-12 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Harpagophytum, Harpagophytum procumbens, Hip arthrosis, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Phytomedicine
477 Chrubasik, S.; Chrubasik, C.; Wiesner, L.; Torda, T.
No evidence for an antihypertensive effect of rose hip and seed powder in a dose used for osteoarhtritic symptoms
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 13-14 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Arthrosis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, High blood pressure, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Rosa, Rosa canina, Adverse effect
478 Kwon, Y.D.
Acupuncture combined bee venom therapy for low back pain and disability
A pilot study
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 25-26 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Acupuncture, Apitherapy, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Electroacupuncture, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Traditional Chinese medicine
479 Michalsen, A.; Lüdtke, R.; Cesur, Ö.; Afra, D.; Bäcker, M.; Fink, M.; Dobos, G.
Leeches in osteoarthritis of the thumb
A randomised clinical trial
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 29 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Purgative therapy, Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Leech therapy, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Randomized trial
480 McDonough, S.M.; Kennedy, S.; Bradbury, I.; Kerr, D.P.; Baxter, G.D.; Park, J.
Acupuncture for acute non-specific low back pain
A pilot randomised sham controlled trial
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 30 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
481 Pumpa, K.L.; Fallon, K.E.; Papalia, S.; Bensoussan, A.
Tienchi Ginseng for the treatment and prevention of delayed onset muscle soreness and muscle damage in well-trained athletes
A double-blind randomised controlled trial
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 37-38 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Prevention, Randomized trial, Sports medicine, Panax, Panax ginseng
482 Richmond, S.; Porter, A.; Campion, P.; Brown, S.; Klaber-Moffett, J.; Jackson, D.; Featherstone, V.; Taylor, A.
Magnetic and copper bracelets for pain relief in osteoarthritis
Results of a randomised placebo-controlled trial
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 39-40 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Magnetic field therapy, Physical therapy, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain
483 Staiger, C.; Grube, B.; Krug, L.
Efficacy of a comfrey root extract ointment in the treatment of painful osteoarthritis
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 44 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Phytomedicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial, Pain, Symphytum
484 Szczurko, O.; Cooley, K.; Mills, E.; Seely, D.; Busse, J.; Bernhardt, B.; Guyatt, G.H.; Zhou, Q.
Determining the impact of naturopathic treatment on Canadian postal workers with low back pain, a randomised controlled parallel group study
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 46 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Nutrition/diet, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Lifestyle modification, Low back pain, Mind-body medicine, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
485 Toupin April, K.; Ehrmann Feldmann, D.; Zunzunegui, M.V.; Duffy, C.M.
A longitudinal analysis of characteristics of users of complementary and alternative health care in cildren with juvenile idiopathic arthritis
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 47-48 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Arthritis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Pediatrics
486 Yuan, J.; Purepong, N.; Kerr, D.P.; Bradbury, I.; McDonough, S.M.
A pilot randomised controlled trial comparing different frequencies of acupuncture for chronic low back pain
FACT, 2006, 11(Suppl. 1), 57-58 (Symposiumsbeitrag; Abstract)
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine
487 Wang, C.; Xiong, Z.; Deng, C.; Yu, W.; Ma, W.
Miniscalpel-Needle Versus Triggerpoint Injection for Cervical Myofascial Pain Syndrome
A Randomized Comparative Trial
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(1), 14-16
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Review (CR)
488 Quilty, B.; Tucker, M.; Campbell, R.; Dieppe, P.
Physiotherapy, including quadrizeps exercises and patellar taping, for knee osteoarthritis with predominant patellofemoral joint involvement
Randomized controlled trial
J Rheumatol, 2003, 30(6), 1311-1317
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial
489 Frase, W.
Behandlung von Schmerzzuständen an Gelenken mit Antihomotoxika
EHK, 2000, 49(2), 93-97
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Homeopathy, Homotoxicology, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Rheumatic diseases, Review (CR), Zeel (Heel)
490 Bruyere, O.; Pavelka, K.; Rovati, L.C.; Deroisy, R., Olejarova, M.; Gatterova, J.; Giacovelli, G.; Reginster, J.Y.
Glucosamine sulfate reduces osteoarthritis progression in postemenopausal women with knee osteoarthritis
Evidence form two 3-year studies
Menopause, 2004, 11(2), 138-143
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Glucosamin, Gynaecology, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Menopause, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
491 Karatosun, V.; Unver, B.; Gocen, Z.; Sen, A.; Gunal, I.
Intra-articular hyaluranic acid compared with progressive knee exercises in osteoarthritis of the knee
A prospective randomized trial with long-term follow-up
Rheumatol Int, 2006, 26, 277-284
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Hyaluronsäure, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial
492 Messier, S.P.; Loeser, R.F.; Miller, G.D.; Morgan, T.M.; Rejski, W.J.; Sevick, M.A.; Ettinger, W.H. jr.; Pahor, M.; Williamson, J.D.
Exercise and dietary weight loss in overweight and obese older adults with knee osteoarthritis
The Arthritis, Diet, and Activity Promotion Trial
Arthritis Rheum, 2004, 50(5), 1501-1510
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Diet, Nutrition/diet, Geriatrics, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Metabolic diseases, Overweight
493 Shin, B.C.; Lee, M.S.
Effects of aromatherapy acupressure on hemiplegic shoulder pain and motor power in stroke patients
A pilot study
J Altern Complement Med, 2007, 13(2), 247-251
Acupressure, Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Hemiplegia, Cardiovascular diseases, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Nervous system, Phytomedicine, Randomized trial, Stroke, Pain, Schulterschmerz (unspezifisch), Traditional Chinese medicine
494 Banzer, W.; Hübscher, M.; Pfab, F.; Ziesing, A.; Vogt, L.
Akute Effekte der Nadelakupunktur auf die motorische Leistungsfähigkeit im Dehnungs-Verkürzungs-Zyklus
Forsch Komplementärmed, 2007, 14(2), 81-85
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Healthy probands, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Muscles, Randomized trial, Sports medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine
495 Reginster, J.Y.; Deroisy, R.; Rovati, L.C.; Lee, R.L.; Lejeune, E.; Bruyere, O.; Giacovelli, G.; Henrotin
Long-term effects of glucosamine sulphate on osteoarthritis progression
Lancet, 2001, 357, 251-256
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Glucosamin, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Placebo-controlled, Randomized trial
496 Sullivan, T.; Allegrante, J.P.; Peterson, M.G.E.; Kovar, P.A.; MacKenzie, C.R.
One-year followup of patients with osteoarthritis of the knee who participated in a program of supervised fitness walking and supportive patient education
Arthritis Care Res, 1998, 11(4), 228-233
Arthrosis, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Exercise therapy, Clinical research, Knee arthrosis, Complementary and alternative medicine, Physical therapy, Randomized trial, Walking
497 Massey, P.B.
Reduction of fibromyalgia symptoms through intravenous nutrient therapy
Results of a pilot clinical trial
Altern Ther Health Med, 2007, 13(3), 32-34
Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Chronic fatigue syndrome, Nutrition/diet, Fibromyalgia, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Dietary supplementation, Mental diseases, Pain, Vitamins
498 Sandow, P.; Naumann, H.
Behandlung des LWS-Syndroms nach neuraltherapeutischen Gesichtspunkten
Nachlassen der Schmerzintensität und Verbesserung der Beweglichkeit
Natur- und GanzheitsMedizin, 1990, 3(9), 289-291
Acidum formicicum, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Formica rufa, Clinical research, Kombinationsarzneimittel, Complementary and alternative medicine, Low back pain, Neural therapy, Procain
499 Weitzmann, G.
Zur Behandlung exsudativer Zustandsbilder der rheumatischen Infektarthritis
Münch Med Wschr, 1951, 93(16), 838
Arthritis, Observational trial, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Mineral, Practice, Rheumatic diseases, Overview
500 Willich, S.N.; Reinhold, T.; Selim, D.; Jena, S.; Brinkhaus, B.; Witt, C.
Cost-effectiveness of acupuncture treatment in patients with chronic neck pain
Pain, 2006, 125, 107-113
Acupuncture, Muscoskeletal -/Connective tissue system, Clinical research, Complementary and alternative medicine, Neck pain, Economy, Randomized trial, Traditional Chinese medicine, Cost-effectiveness